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What is TB-500 and what is it used for in research?
How does TB-500 work?
What is the typical TB-500 research dose?
Where can I buy TB-500 in Thailand?
How fast can TB-500 be delivered in Thailand?
What is TB-500?
TB-500 is a research peptide in the Healing & Recovery class. Fragment of Thymosin-β4; upregulates actin polymerisation and angiogenesis. It is studied at per-dose ranges of 2–2.5 mg × 2 / week (4–5 mg weekly), administered twice-weekly sc over cycles of 4–6 weeks loading, 2 mg/wk maintenance. Supplied in Thailand by Thailand Peptides, Bangkok-based, research use only.
Synthetic analog of the TB4 actin-sequestering peptide. Studied for myocardial, dermal and musculoskeletal repair.
Published and preclinical data are summarised below; dose ranges shown reflect protocols in the research literature and should be interpreted accordingly.
How does TB-500 work?
The thymosin-β4 analogue sequesters G-actin and regulates actin polymerisation dynamics, enabling cell migration into wound beds. Downstream effects include ILK/Akt-mediated pro-survival signalling, laminin-5 and VEGF upregulation, and angiogenesis. The enzymatically released tetrapeptide Ac-SDKP contributes anti-fibrotic and pro-angiogenic activity independent of the parent molecule.
Receptor binding affinity and post-receptor signalling for TB-500 remain areas of active investigation; several proposed effects within the Healing & Recovery class are currently supported only by in-vitro or rodent data, and should be interpreted accordingly.
TB-500 pharmacokinetics
- Half-life
- Systemic half-life in the low-hours range after parenteral dosing in preclinical work.
- Bioavailability
- High bioavailability via SC and IM routes in animal models; oral route not used in published research.
- Route of administration
- Subcutaneous and intramuscular injection are the routes used in preclinical wound-healing studies.
- Metabolic clearance
- Cleared predominantly via renal pathways; the naturally occurring Ac-SDKP fragment is enzymatically generated during metabolism.
TB-500 research timeline
- 1999 Malinda et al., thymosin β4 accelerates wound healing in dermal models (J Invest Dermatol).
- 2010 Crockford et al., structure, function, and biological properties review (Ann N Y Acad Sci).
- 2012 Goldstein et al., multi-functional regenerative peptide review (Expert Opin Biol Ther).
TB-500 dosage & protocol
Reference protocol for TB-500 (research context only, drawn from published literature):
- Per dose: 2–2.5 mg × 2 / week
- Weekly total: 4–5 mg
- Frequency: Twice-weekly SC
- Cycle: 4–6 weeks loading, 2 mg/wk maintenance
TB-500 injection & handling
- Reconstitution
- Typical research prep: 5 mg vial + 2–2.5 mL bacteriostatic water, producing 2–2.5 mg/mL.
- Storage
- Lyophilised powder at −20 °C long-term; reconstituted solution refrigerated and used within 4 weeks in published protocols.
- Sites used in the research literature
- Subcutaneous abdominal injection is the most common research site; intramuscular sites also documented.
Handling notes reflect methods used in published research protocols, not medical dosing guidance.
Stacking TB-500
Commonly referenced pairing with TB-500: BPC-157. Stacking rationale should be grounded in complementary mechanisms, not additive speculation; interactions at shared receptors or enzymatic pathways should be accounted for. Both compounds in a TB-500 stack are supplied by Thailand Peptides on the same order via the Bangkok research desk.
Contraindications
Active malignancy. Additional caution is warranted in individuals with hepatic or renal impairment, endocrine disorders, or concurrent pharmacotherapy affecting the pathways described above.
Further reading
- Fundamentals · 9 min read Understanding Peptide Reconstitution: A Research Guide Practical guide to reconstituting lyophilized research peptides. Choosing a diluent, concentration math, injection-site-ready volumes, and the literature…
- Fundamentals · 10 min read Injection Site Selection in Peptide Research How injection site choice affects peptide absorption: abdomen, thigh, upper arm, and the research literature on site-driven pharmacokinetic differences…
- Buyer guide · 9 min read Best Peptides for Healing and Recovery: A Research Comparison Research comparison of BPC-157, TB-500, Thymosin-α1, and LL-37 for soft-tissue repair and recovery research.
- Deep dive · 11 min read TB-500 Research: From Thymosin-β4 Discovery to Current Studies Deep-dive into the TB-500 research history. Thymosin-β4 discovery, actin sequestration mechanism, Ac-SDKP anti-fibrotic fragment, cardiac and dermal…
Citations
- Goldstein AL, et al. Thymosin β4: a multi-functional regenerative peptide. Expert Opin Biol Ther. 2012. PMID: 22074294
- Malinda KM, et al. Thymosin β4 accelerates wound healing. J Invest Dermatol. 1999. PMID: 10469335
- Crockford D, et al. Thymosin β4: structure, function, and biological properties. Ann N Y Acad Sci. 2010. PMID: 20536467
References curated from PubMed. Additional literature summarised in the Thailand Peptides research library.